Infection Preventionist – RN

Luther Park Community; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

PTO + 3 extra days (birthday, work-ann

Floating holiday

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Luther Park Community in Des Moines is seeking an Infection Preventionist (Registered Nurse) to lead the infection prevention and control program and educate staff, residents, and visitors. The role supports long-term and memory care residents with compassionate, quality care on a shared campus.

Primary location is Trinity Center in Des Moines; role includes overseeing surveillance and staff training, and participating in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Must be Licensed Registered Nurse with valid license in good standing in Iowa.
• Minimum of 1–3 years RN experience, preferably in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement infection prevention and control program to prevent and control infections.
• Establish facility-wide systems for prevention, identification, reporting, investigation and control of infections.
• Oversee resident care activities that increase infection risk (catheter care, wound care, incontinence care, skin care).
• Complete infection control audits for new hires and other staff.
• Coordinate and complete monthly infection control surveillance rounds across departments.
• Attend daily clinical huddles and participate in on-call rotation as manager on duty.

Skills

Infection prevention

RN licensed

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Luther Park Community in Des Moines is seeking an Infection Preventionist (Registered Nurse – RN) to join our team In this vital role, you will lead the implementation of the infection prevention and control program and provide education to staff, residents, and visitors. Working collaboratively with the leadership team to provide compassionate and quality care to our long-term and memory care residents.

We offer a competitive salary, generous insurance, 401k match, robust PTO and Holiday programs, and continuing education and tuition assistance to support your ongoing professional growth.

Compassion. Respect. Quality. Care.

Job Summary

The position will primarily be located and assigned at the Trinity Center at Luther Park Community in Des Moines. The Trinity Center is a 120 bed facility with 60 of those being CCDI beds. The position will also support infection control and prevention efforts at the Independent Living and Assisted Living communities located on the shared campus as needed. The Infection Preventionist responsibilities will be to lead and implement the infection prevention and control program to control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks by providing education to staff, residents and visitors as needed. This position will be responsible for instructing and supervising nursing personnel and comply with established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an ongoing infection prevention and control program to prevent, recognize and control the onset and spread of infections.
• Establish facility-wide systems for the prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and control of infections and communicable diseases of residents, staff, and visitors.
• Develop and implement written policies and procedures in accordance with current standards of practice and recognized guidelines for infection prevention and control
• Oversee resident care activities that increase the risk of infection (i.e. use and care of urinary catheters, wound care, incontinence care, skin care, medication injections).
• Complete infection control audits for new hires and other employees (hand hygiene, PPE, glucometer use, peri‑care, catheter care).
• Complete weekly NHSN reporting.
• Ensure public heath is notified of reportable diseases.
• Remain current on new developments related to infection prevention and control.
• Review and/or revise the facility’s infection prevention and control program, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate and complete monthly infection control surveillance rounds in various departments (nursing, dietary, housekeeping, laundry, etc.) and bring attention to areas of concern.
• Coordinate resident and employee vaccination clinics.
• Attend daily clinical huddles and participate in the on-call rotation as the manager on duty.
• Instruct, mentor and supervise nursing personnel across campus.
• Support infection control and prevention efforts across the Luther Park Community campus as needed.

Compensation Package

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with 4% company match
• PTO plus three extra days for birthday, work anniversary, and floating holiday
• Referral Bonuses
• Discount meals
• Uniform stipend
• Continuous Training and Education as well as Tuition Assistance

Qualifications

• Must be Licensed Registered Nurse who currently possesses a valid license in good standing in the state of Iowa.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of RN experience, preferably in a long-term care setting.
• Previous management or supervisor experience preferred.
• Previous infection prevention experience preferred.
• Complete CMS/CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course within 6 months of employment.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, and government regulators and to work cooperatively with other associates at all levels.

Pre-employment background check, physical, drug screen, and TB test are required.

Luther Park Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer